*ViVa Questions For All Disciplines.*
*MLT, OTT, DT.*
* *Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) for 1st-year Allied Health Sciences Students on topics like SOPs, PPEs, Six Senses, First Aid, Medical Hazards, Clinical Ethics, Troubleshooting, and duties of Allied Health Professionals.*
1. *What does PPE stand for?*
- A) Personal Protection Equipment
- B) Professional Protection Equipment
- C) Personal Protective Equipment
- D) Professional Protective Equipment
2. *What is the first step in performing CPR?*
- A) Check for a pulse
- B) Start chest compressions
- C) Open the airway
- D) Call for help
3. *Which sense is primarily responsible for detecting flavors in food?*
- A) Sight
- B) Hearing
- C) Smell
- D) Taste
4. *What is the main purpose of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)*
- A) To increase workload
- B) To ensure consistent and efficient practices
- C) To decrease employee autonomy
- D) To reduce costs
5. *What should you do if you suspect a patient has a spinal injury?*
- A) Move them to a comfortable position
- B) Immobilize the spine and call for emergency assistance
- C) Give them something to drink
- D) Perform CPR immediately
6. *What is the ethical principle of doing good and promoting the well-being of patients called?*
- A) Autonomy
- B) Nonmaleficence
- C) Beneficence
- D) Justice
7. *Which PPE is essential when there is a risk of splashing body fluids?*
- A) Gloves
- B) Mask
- C) Gown
- D) All of the above
8. *What is the primary duty of an Allied Health Professional during a medical emergency?*
- A) Perform administrative tasks
- B) Provide immediate care and support
- C) Call the patient's family
- D) Document the incident
9. *What is the primary function of an incident report in a clinical setting?*
- A) To document administrative errors
- B) To record details of unexpected events and improve safety
- C) To allocate blame
- D) To reduce paperwork
10. *What does the 'ABC' in first aid stand for?*
- A) Airway, Breathing, Circulation
- B) Alert, Breathing, Consciousness
- C) Assess, Bandage, Care
- D) Airway, Bleeding, Compression
11. *Which sense is crucial for maintaining balance and spatial orientation?*
- A) Sight
- B) Hearing
- C) Touch
- D) Smell
12. *What is the best way to manage a minor burn?*
- A) Apply ice directly
- B) Cover with a sterile dressing
- C) Run under cool water
- D) Apply butter
13. *What is the purpose of clinical ethics committees?*
- A) To provide legal advice
- B) To support patients in financial need
- C) To address ethical issues in patient care
- D) To manage hospital resources
14. *Which type of hazard involves exposure to infectious agents?*
- A) Chemical hazard
- B) Biological hazard
- C) Physical hazard
- D) Ergonomic hazard
15. *What is a key responsibility of an Allied Health Professional regarding patient confidentiality?*
- A) Sharing information with family members
- B) Discussing patient details in public areas
- C) Protecting patient information from unauthorized access
- D) Documenting personal opinions about patients
16. *Which type of PPE is used to protect against airborne pathogens?*
- A) Gloves
- B) Surgical mask
- C) N95 respirator
- D) Face shield
17. *What should you do if a patient is choking and cannot breathe?*
- A) Perform back blows and abdominal thrusts
- B) Give them water
- C) Ask them to lie down
- D) Call for help and wait
18. *What is the term for the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?*
- A) Sympathy
- B) Empathy
- C) Compassion
- D) Altruism
19. *What is the first action to take if you discover a fire in a healthcare facility?*
- A) Call 911
- B) Use a fire extinguisher
- C) Evacuate patients
- D) Activate the fire alarm
20. *Which sense is involved in detecting changes in temperature?*
- A) Sight
- B) Hearing
- C) Touch
- D) Smell
21. *What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in a clinical setting?*
- A) To maintain clean workstations
- B) To prevent the spread of infections
- C) To keep hands moisturized
- D) To avoid staining clothes
22. *What is the most appropriate response if you witness unethical behavior in a clinical setting?*
- A) Ignore it
- B) Confront the person directly
- C) Report it to a supervisor or ethics committee
- D) Discuss it with colleagues
23. *Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?*
- A) Water extinguisher
- B) Foam extinguisher
- C) CO2 extinguisher
- D) Dry powder extinguisher
24. *What does the term 'triage' refer to in an emergency situation?*
- A) Providing immediate first aid
- B) Prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition
- C) Transporting patients to the hospital
- D) Recording patient details
25. *What is the role of an Allied Health Professional in patient education?*
- A) Providing treatment only
- B) Informing patients about their health and treatment options
- C) Scheduling appointments
- D) Managing hospital resources
26. *Which sense is primarily responsible for detecting odors?*
- A) Sight
- B) Hearing
- C) Taste
- D) Smell
27. *What is the best practice for disposing of sharps in a clinical setting?*
- A) Throw them in the regular trash
- B) Place them in a puncture-resistant sharps container
- C) Flush them down the toilet
- D) Leave them on a countertop
28. *What does 'informed consent' mean in a healthcare context?*
- A) The patient is aware of all risks and benefits of a procedure and agrees to it
- B) The patient agrees to any treatment the doctor suggests
- C) The patient signs a form without explanation
- D) The patient consults with family before deciding
29. *What should be done if a chemical spill occurs in a clinical area?*
- A) Leave it and continue working
- B) Clean it up with a cloth
- C) Follow the facility's spill management protocol
- D) Ignore it
30. *What is the main responsibility of an Allied Health Professional during patient discharge?*
- A) Ensure all paperwork is complete
- B) Inform the patient's family
- C) Provide discharge instructions and education
- D) Schedule follow-up appointments
*The Answer key for the MCQs.*
*1. C, 2. D, 3. D, 4. B, 5. B, 6. C, 7. D, 8. B, 9. B, 10. A, 11. B, 12. C, 13. C, , 14. B 15. C, 16. C, 17. A, 18. B, 19. D, 20. C, 21. B, 22. C, 23. C, 24. B, 25. B, 26. D, 27. B, 28. A, 29. C, 30. C.*
*ViVa Questions about Dispensing Techniques.*
1. *What is the term for the process of preparing and giving out medicines?*
Dispensing.
2. *What does the abbreviation 'Rx' stand for in a prescription?*
Recipe or take.
3. *What is the primary purpose of a prescription label?*
To provide usage instructions.
4. *What is the term for a substance used to mask the taste of medicine?*
Flavoring agent.
5. *What type of dosage form is a tablet?*
Solid.
6. *What is the primary function of a dispensing balance?*
To measure the weight of ingredients.
7. *What is the term for a liquid preparation intended for oral use?*
Syrup.
8. *What is the main advantage of a blister pack?*
Protection of individual doses.
9. *What does 'QID' mean on a prescription?*
Four times a day.
10. *What type of dosage form is a cream?*
Semi-solid.
11. *What is the term for a medicine mixed with alcohol and water?*
Elixir.
12. *What does 'prn' mean on a prescription?*
As needed.
13. *What type of dosage form is an ointment?*
Semi-solid.
14. *What is the purpose of a child-resistant container?*
To prevent accidental ingestion by children.
15. *What does 'IV' stand for in medication administration?*
Intravenous.
16. *What type of dosage form is a capsule?*
Solid.
17. *What is the term for the written directions from a physician for medication?*
Prescription.
18. *What does 'BID' mean on a prescription?*
Twice a day.
19. *What type of dosage form is a solution?*
Liquid.
20. *What is the purpose of a patient information leaflet?*
To provide medication details and usage instructions.
21. *What does 'OTC' stand for?*
Over-the-counter.
22. *What is the term for a medicine administered through the skin?*
Transdermal.
23. *What type of dosage form is a suppository?*
Solid.
24. *What does 'gtt' mean on a prescription?*
Drops.
25. *What is the primary function of a mortar and pestle?*
To grind and mix ingredients.
26. *What does 'TID' mean on a prescription?*
Three times a day.
27. *What type of dosage form is an aerosol?*
Liquid.
28. *What is the term for the unique identifying number of a drug product?*
National Drug Code (NDC).
29. *What is the purpose of a medication adherence aid?*
To help patients remember to take their medication.
30. *What does 'IM' stand for in medication administration?*
Intramuscular.
